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Components Manufacturing Engineer

Los AngelesOn-siteFull-time

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Develop and scale end-to-end manufacturing processes for complex mechanical components, driving design-for-manufacture, process development, and continuous improvement from concept through production.

About this role

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

We are seeking a Components Manufacturing Engineer to be the first of its kind at our facility — responsible for establishing, developing, and scaling advanced manufacturing processes for critical hardware. You’ll take full ownership of component fabrication from concept through production, driving design-for-manufacture, process development, and continuous improvement across a wide range of precision mechanical systems.
This role requires a highly technical, hands-on engineer with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, first-principles environment. You’ll work closely with design, materials, and production teams to bridge the gap between prototype and production, helping define what world-class manufacturing looks like for our next-generation hardware.

Responsibility

  • Develop and own end-to-end manufacturing processes for complex mechanical and precision components (e.g., machined, welded, or formed metallic parts and subassemblies).
  • Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) by collaborating directly with design and development engineers from concept through release.
  • Define and optimize process parameters for laser welding, precision machining, assembly, and inspection of critical components.
  • Lead first-article builds, troubleshoot process non-conformances, and implement permanent corrective actions.
  • Own planning, operations, and scheduling for the sheet metal shop, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality hardware.
  • Design and procure production tooling, fixtures, and test equipment to improve quality, repeatability, and throughput.
  • Support technicians and specialists on the production floor by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner.
  • Establish and maintain process documentation, including manufacturing plans, work instructions, and control plans.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, supply chain, and test teams to ensure consistent component performance and reliability.
  • Develop data-driven approaches for process control, capability analysis, and yield improvement.
  • Serve as the technical authority for component manufacturing, mentoring technicians and shaping the facility’s future manufacturing capabilities.

    • Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in precision component manufacturing (aerospace, defense, or high-performance hardware industries preferred).
  • Demonstrated experience with CNC machining, welding (TIG/laser/e-beam), or additive manufacturing of complex metallic components.
  • Proven ability to develop, validate, and scale new manufacturing processes from concept through production.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and material behavior under manufacturing processes.
  • Hands-on experience in a lab or production environment, with a focus on process development, fixture design, or failure analysis.

    • Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience with advanced welding methods (laser, e-beam, resistance, or friction stir).
  • Knowledge of aerospace-grade materials such as aluminum, titanium, Inconel, and stainless steel.
  • Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles, SPC, and Lean manufacturing practices.
  • Experience transitioning R&D hardware into low-rate or full-rate production environments.
  • Strong CAD/CAM proficiency (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360).
  • Comfortable working in a startup or rapid-development environment requiring broad ownership and adaptability.

    • Additional Requirements

  • Must be willing to be hands-on on the manufacturing floor daily.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work around industrial equipment as needed.
  • Extended or flexible hours may be required to meet critical program milestones.

    • Skills

    Additive ManufacturingCad/cam ProficiencyCapability AnalysisCATIACNC MachiningControl PlansDFM/DFAE-beam WeldingFirst Article BuildsFixture DesignFusion 360GD&TLaser WeldingLean ManufacturingManufacturing PlanningNon-conformance ResolutionNxPrecision MachiningProcess DevelopmentRoot-cause AnalysisSolidWorksSPCTIG WeldingTolerance AnalysisWork InstructionsYield Improvement

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